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Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 23 years old (DOT Requirement).
- Must have a Class A CDL Commercial license.
- Must have a minimum of 2 years verifiable tractor-trailer OTR experience.
- Clean driving record with no moving violations.
- A verifiable driving record with the ability to fill out basic DOT documentation (logbooks, mileage reports, pre and post trip books).
Responsibilities- Ability to operate/use new OBC technology for driver HOS compliance.
- Perform quality pre-trip and post trip inspections of both tractor and trailer.
- Ensure all required records pertaining to deliveries, driver logs and truck maintenance are accurate, current and in accordance with company procedures and DOT regulations.
- Gather required documents (i.e., bill of lading, transfers, etc.), obtain required signatures and ensure all documents are returned complete and accurate.
- Maintain safe and efficient operation of truck and trailer by performing all functions in compliance with Company policies and procedures.
- Plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions.
- Ensure contents are properly secured inside of truck to prevent breakage or damage.
- Able to operate and understand refrigerated trailer programs and settings.
- Able to drive safely during evening and early morning hours.
- Frequently enter and exit the trailer cab, as well as sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
- Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions.
- Always make safety a priority.
- Follow accident procedures if an accident occurs.
- Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel.
- Report to a dispatcher any incidents encountered on the road.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
- Comfortable with long-haul transport.
- Self-starter who works well independently.
- High level of composure and good stress management.
- Expert in maintaining good client relations and providing customer satisfaction.
- Refrigerated, food/dairy experience a plus.
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
Physical Requirements- Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly.
- Ability to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds.
